What A Senior Consultant At West Monroe Wishes They Had Known Before Entering Consulting
Michael, a Senior Consultant at West Monroe, reflects that a crucial, unanticipated aspect of the consulting industry is the continuous learning curve, stating that "everyone's still learning". Success hinges not only on individual expertise but also on strong team dynamics and supportive colleagues, making "the team that you work with" invaluable to a positive experience.
Teamwork, Problem-Solving, Constant Learning, Mentorship, Industry Adaptation
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
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Michael Cohen
Senior Consultant
West Monroe
University of Miami, 2014
University of California Los Angeles Anderson School of Management, MBA
Finance
Consulting & Related Professional Services, Technology
Consulting
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. Everyone is constantly learning and adapting to changes in the industry.
2. Teamwork and collaboration are crucial for success.
3. Good managers and supportive colleagues significantly impact the work experience.
Transcript
What have you learned about this role that you wish someone had told you before you entered the industry?
It might relate to the comment you just made, that everyone hopes someone else has the answers in this industry. I tend to think everyone is learning together on certain issues.
The world is moving and trying to adapt, and everyone is trying to find best practices for the future, not just those that exist today. While people are experts in different fields, everyone is still learning.
That's probably something I wish I realized before I started: how much learning is involved and how important the team you work with is. Having people there to support you, and really good managers or colleagues, will make the process significantly more enjoyable as a consultant.